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2. Adjusting the rack frame: Position the Express 2 rack on the vehicle such that the bicycle support arms
are parallel to the ground, or angled slightly upward at the back of the rack. The rear brace should rest on a
steel trunk lid, or rear door. See Fig. 1. If necessary (especially on vans, station wagons and SUV's) the
upper pads may rest on glass. This is because the weight of the rack and bicycles is support by the upper
straps, and the lower pads. Be careful not to interfere with the rear mounted wiper blade if the vehicle is so
equipped.
3. Once the proper rack position has been determined by adjusting the Express 2 rack's bicycle support
arms and rear brace, tighten the hubs by turning both black knobs in a clockwise (right hand thread)
direction, until snug and secure. Be sure that the teeth of the black hubs are interlocked evenly, so that the
support arms are perfectly parallel. Do not over-tighten the knobs. See Fig. 2.
4. Attaching the straps: Begin attaching straps with the upper (farthest forward) pair, placing the hooks in
the most forward trunk lid opening, and then pulling on the end of the strap until the proper length is
reached. Once the upper straps have been attached, the bottom straps can be attached in any order. If your
vehicle has a "soft" plastic bumper, the lower straps may be attached to the lower edge of the trunk lid, or
rear door opening instead of the bumper.
5. When all four straps are attached, pull firmly on each strap to make sure that the hooks are properly
seated, and that all straps are tight. After mounting the bikes, recheck and retighten all straps since the
weight of the bike(s) often adds tension to the upper straps, and removes and equal amount of tension and
therefore loosens the lower straps.
Mounting bike(s) to your Hollywood Express rack:
Fig. 4 Like this!
Fig. 3 Not Like This!
6. Attach the rubber straps (total 4) to the rubber cradles. Start with the round (end) hole of the strap
stretched over the diamond shaped "nub" on the cradle. Which hole you choose for the other "nub" will
depend on the diameter of the bicycle's specific tube placed in the cradle. Each strap should snuggle firmly
and completely over the "nub." Check to make certain that all straps are attached correctly before
proceeding. Be sure not to route straps over any cables (see Fig. 3.), but rather under them (see Fig. 4).
This will protect the finish on the bicycle frame and provide a more solid mounting on the Express rack.
7. Place the heaviest bike onto the rack first (closest to the vehicle), putting the bike's top tube (usually) into
the rubber cradles on the support arms. It generally works out best to put the first bike's handlebars on the
driver's side of the car. Be sure to note the location of the pedal, as you may have to rotate the crank in
order to keep the pedal from hitting the vehicle. Pull the rubber strap across the bike's frame tube and
attach it to the "nub" on the opposite side of the cradle for both right and left cradles. Straps should be snug,
but do not over-tighten the straps since this may shorten the useful life of the strap.
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